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Resume Summary

Data-driven Workflow Expert and Multi-disciplinary Product Designer with 4 years of experience in program management, website management, UX design, and project execution. Strong background in scoping projects and updating enterprise websites with demonstrated ability to use research to create and defend product design decisions, resulting in improved and seamless digital experiences

Work Experience

Product Designer

Co.lab

February 2023 – May 2023

New York, NY

  • Collaborated with a project manager and engineers during an 8-week boot camp to conduct user research, identify pain points, and iteratively refine the writing experience for enhanced usability and user satisfaction

  • Created and implemented the design and branding identity for Stream, a web application aimed at inspiring writers to overcome creative blocks

  • Developed a design system that improved consistency and reduced development time by 30%

Public Affairs &
Website Manager 

Gracie Mansion Conservancy

June 2021 – February 2023
New York, NY

  • Redesigned the Gracie Mansion Conservancy tour registration page, incorporating features like name and email confirmations and designated fields for user information, leading to a 68% decrease in low-quality leads

  • Collaborated with a Project Manager and Developer to seamlessly integrate the Gracie Mansion online Auction Plugin, ensuring proper functionality and layout, resulting in seamless navigation and yielding $8,000 in revenue

  •  Enhanced Developers' effectiveness by delivering clear mockups that improved site navigation and usability for the Gracie Mansion Conservancy essay archive, resulting in a 20% increase in user engagement

Special Assistant

Gracie Mansion Conservancy

March 2020 – June 2021

New York, NY

  • Established design and writing standards for letters, mailings, and proposals, resulting in a 25% increase in visual consistency across external communications

  • Led a service audit, synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to enable continuous service optimization and integrate valuable feedback into annual planning, achieving a 10% enhancement in service efficacy

  • Conducted six virtual testing sessions for Gracie Mansion Virtual Tours Program, identifying the optimal target audience and achieving a 15% increase in user adoption through seamless user research and testing integration

Tour Coordinator & Manager

Gracie Mansion Conservancy

March 2019 – March 2020

New York, NY

  • Established and managed the successful Gracie Mansion Tour Program, leading a team of 6 dedicated docent volunteers to conduct 200+ tours annually, effectively promoting the Conservancy’s mission

  • Revamped school tours by introducing interactive materials, fostering active learning for young students, resulting in a 15% rise in positive feedback from parents and teachers

  • Utilized Google Suite tools for efficient content assembly and localization, expediting the production of 3 supplemental exhibit print catalogs and respective web pages, ensuring timely completion

Alumni Artist

Groundswell NYC

July 2018 – August 2018 

New York, NY

  • Collaborated iteratively with a team of 4 to swiftly execute the mural design in 2 weeks, showcasing flexibility and effective project execution

  • Conducted structured interviews with 40-50 Sunset Park community members, applying user research methodologies to identify community well-being and waterfront access concerns

  • Delivered a comprehensive presentation of the initial mural draft to key stakeholders, including the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and Councilmember Carlos Menchaca

  • Executed paint mixing and preparation for 50 paints, ensuring a robust inventory management strategy throughout the entire project life cycle

  • Acknowledged with the Recognition of Service by Council Member Carlos Menchaca for notable contributions to the community project, highlighting project management and leadership skills

Outreach Intern

Gracie Mansion Conservancy

July 2017 – August 2017

New York, NY

  • Established and managed the successful Gracie Mansion Tour Program, leading a team of 6 dedicated docent volunteers to conduct 200+ tours annually, effectively promoting the Conservancy’s mission

  • Revamped school tours by introducing interactive materials, fostering active learning for young students, resulting in a 15% rise in positive feedback from parents and teachers

  • Utilized Google Suite tools for efficient content assembly and localization, expediting the production of 3 supplemental exhibit print catalogs and respective web pages, ensuring timely completion

Youth Artist

Groundswell NYC

July 2016 – August 2016
New York, NY

  • Engaged in the Voices Her'd Artist cohort, contributing to a collaborative and empowering artistic community

  • Led a group brainstorming session exploring themes of race, womanhood, and generational growth within the Caribbean community, fostering a collective and inclusive creative environment

  • Gathered and synthesized valuable data through active participation in 2 visual development workshops and a Community Board Meeting, contributing insights to the project's evolution

  • Produced a large-scale mural (45 x 37 ft) in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, reflecting a commitment to artistic excellence and community enrichment

Youth Artist

Groundswell NYC

July 2015 – August 2015

New York, NY

  • Gained proficiency in a 6-week mural fabrication process, showcasing adaptability and competence in overseeing large-scale artistic initiatives

  • Collaborated with a team of 15 youth artists, working under the mentorship of 2 lead artists, fostering teamwork and creative synergy

  • Conducted street interviews in pairs, collecting valuable data to pinpoint the concerns of the Brownsville neighborhood, emphasizing a community-centric approach

  • Executed a large-scale mural (53 x 80 ft) in Brownsville, Brooklyn, reflecting dedication to community engagement and impactful artistic expression

Projects

Stream: A web-app for writers

Co.lab

February 2023 – May 2023

New York, NY

  • Optimized workload for developers through streamlined pages and functions, ensuring visual and UX design align for an efficient and soothing guest experience

  • Initiated brainstorming sessions to prioritize features based on project constraints, resulting in buy-in and increased productivity

GracieConnect! First Edition

Project Manager & Graphic Designer

November 2022 – January 2023

New York, NY

  • Researched and cataloged 46+ items to enhance Gracie Mansion’s tour program - integrated findings into digital and print materials, aligning with project management principles for effective program enhancement

  • Collaborated  with GMC editor to ensure written content was free of mistakes and adhered to the Gracie Mansion tone and expression, resulting in optimized workflow

  • Worked with City hall graphic designer to create the branding identity, proper image sizes, and copyright status for image usage, resulting in a cohesive social media creative identity

Gracie Mansion Website Archive Redesign

Product Designer

November 2021 – January 2023

New York, NY

  •  Synthesized feedback from 3 usability participants and 31 survey respondents to enhance archive discoverability; applied project management strategies for effective usability solutions, resulting in 4-minute reduced search times

  • Restructured the website navigation, using clear CTA and organizing essays by featured exhibits  

Raising the Curtain: Theater is Back!

Project Manager & Designer

June 2021

New York, NY

  • Led Summer Gala and digital auction development, managed tasks using Kanban board, collaborated with developers, and used Eventbrite to achieve $35,000 in revenue

  • Initiated a targeted email marketing campaign requesting participation in the Galla and Auction, resulting in a 15% increase in reservations 

strudelmediaLIVE

UX Researcher

September 2020 – October 2020

New York, NY

  • CUNYTech Works Capstone

  • Spearheaded heuristic and competitive analysis of strudelmediaLIVE to steer the development of usability tasks, survey questions, and interview

  • Proposed researched opportunities to revamp strudelmediaLIVE's design to attract new students and improve the search experience for returning ones

Certificates

Google Project Management 

Coursera

February 2024

  • Completed six courses developed by Google that include hands-on, practice-based assessments and are designed to prepare them for introductory-level roles in Project Management

  • Achieved competent in initiating, planning, and running both traditional and agile projects

  • Developed and managed project artifacts for capstone project, Sauce & Spoon Tablet Rollout

UX/UI Design Thinking

CUNY TechWorks

October 2023

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  • Focused on developing real-world skills and competencies, this user experience training incorporated project-based learning approaches and standard industry practices throughout its four-course Web Development and UI/UX training program.

  • Technical skills and competencies: Human Center design, JavaScript and HTML5/CSS programming, design and layout concepts, user interface aesthetics, and multimedia integration

Education

CUNY Hunter College

BA, Studio Art & Media Studies

  • Organizations/Awards: Dean’s Honors List/Philip & Aida Siff Educational Foundation Scholarship/ Salutatorian

Skills

Product Design & Development 

Product Design, WordPress CMS, UX Research & Design, Website Management, Wireframing, Prototyping, Photography, Manual Onboarding, Social Media, Illustrator, Figma, Digital Design, Visual Design, Usability Testing, Information Architecture

Project Management & Planning

Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Risk Management, Time Management, Budget Management, Stakeholder Buy-In

Communication & Collaboration

Communication, Customer Collaboration, Feedback Incorporation, Collaboration, Conflict Resolution, Cultural Awareness, Adaptability

Tools & Software

Airtable, Google Docs, Google Suite, Outlook, Excel, Photoshop, CSS, HTML, WIX Website Development, Miro, Asana, Slack, InVision, 

Additional Skills

CMS Content Management, Event Planning, Scoping Projects, Mitigating Risks, Updating Enterprise Websites, Maintaining Website Accessibility Standards, Data Analysis, English

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